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  At present, there is no singular definition of sport. Normally, Sport is viewed as a physical, competitive activity. While some would consider that Sport cannot be played by proxy (instructing another person), some consider that Sport could be.   Historically, Sport was created for men to show-off and prove they are better than other men... Proof that some things really don't change?   So, what really makes up a Sport? That sort of question is much too philosophical for an article. We all have different views on Sport and how it is played and what constitutes a Sport.   I believe that Modern day Sport is an extremely underutilised, yet powerful tool to unite us.    You'll likely have heard during Christmas of 1914, during World War One, many places experienced a ceasefire, and of all things, a friendly game of football. This sort of experience would be unimaginable.    And, you'll often see Sport on Documentaries and TV, and I don't mean elite s...

  Throughout history, some of the greatest sporting achievements have been perceived as impossible.     And I am sure that you will have heard that you can't do something for various reasons.   Well, I'm here to tell you that you can!  We are all familiar with Usain Bolt, his record of 9.58 seconds for a 100m Sprint beats Jesse Owens 100m record of 10.2 seconds by 0.62 seconds. And yes, we now have better training techniques and understandings of how the body works and adapts. We also have made huge strides (pun intended) technologically. Bolt uses starting blocks, and a specifically designed track to improve speed. Owens ran on cinders, having dug his own hole to use as a starting block. The cinders would be much like running on sand, the softness absorbing energy from every stride Owens made. Biomechanical analysis suggests that if Bolt and Owens ran on the same surface, and same conditions, Bolt would not be 0.62 seconds ahead of Owens. In fact, Owens wo...

Have you ever wondered if Stand Up Paddleboarding is merely a hobby or if it really has some value in your fitness plan? This article will introduce some of the research into Stand Up Paddleboarding, and explain how to incorporate it into your own plans. Stand Up Paddleboarding is a relatively recent form of water sports, compared to canoeing and kayaking, who's origins date back thousands of years.  That being said, the benefits of SUP are not widely known. The article will summarise some of the key benefits of SUP, some dangers and how to incorporate it into your own program, without using confusing scientific jargon.    Firstly, the benefits of Stand Up Paddleboarding!   1) Cardiovascular fitness  This is the body's ability to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the muscles and organs. No matter what your training goals, good cardiovascular fitness can help you reach your goals. Good cardiovascular fitness also results in a reduced risk of heart and respiratory p...